CW-X Field Test

The weather today was rather dull due to a hazy fog coming in and the overall warm ambiance did not do much justice. Head off to the running track at a local university(USM) for my first track run in long long long time. It was an interesting experience , slipped on the CWX and went for a run. The CW-X is a very comfortable and nice fit, initially was a bit weird though but after a lap around the track it was a super snuggle fit.

Had to abruptly stop after 5K as the track was being setup for a football match, bummer indeed. :( no worries gonna hit the track tomorrow morning. Will need to try it over a longer distance do test on the feel and functionality. But first impression on CW-X is two thumbs up ! ;) Check out the gear at here !

Hydration ! Gulp, gulp, gulp .... aaaaaahhhhh !

Hydration is such an important factor for runners yet its very individual. I always has intermittent water needs, my thirst sensor must be out of whack ! Sometimes I only feel thirsty after run more than 5Ks sometimes its much less .... I still experimenting on whats right for me.

Whilst searching for some guidelines for hydration, I came across this recommendation from AIMS (Association of International Marathons and Distance Race), check it out and may you never go thirsty again ... me hopes !!

Calf Stretchhhhh !!!!!

My physio always tells me, your calf's are still tight and I keep wondering what stretches I could do to loosen the up because the can cause serious injuries. Also the fact the they get much tight as we age ... tsk tsk tsk. Happen to bump into this article on stretching for your calf muscle, happy stretchingggg .....

Core Development

A strong core is crucial for any runner. As much care and effort is required in developing strength and speed, core strength is a big contributer. This article from Runner's World outlines workouts suited for core development. Improvement of your core provides a great boost to your running.

Mile Repeats by Bart Yasso

Antacids and Doing the Salt > Field Test

Great morning today, prayed to the GODs last night so that there will be no rain this morning (it actually came through) so that I could get some quality run done and also test race day practices (antacids and doing the salt thingy).

The antacids tablets worked great today, popped 2 in just before the run. My tummy felt great all the way during the run except for the grumble during the last few kilometers,hehehe. Overall the great results, will definitely recommend to runners.

As for doing the salt, its was a salty experience to say the list and quite uncomfortable to do and needs a bit of practice. Especially the amount of salt your going to put under your tougue ! Plus licking it off you back of your ... hmmm ... interesting experience. This still needs some practice and tweaking .....

Good morning run, need to tweak on the morning pre-run meal to improve energy mgmt, was totally drained out towards the end.

Till the next Adventure ......

YASOO's 800s